2003 Lexus SC vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lexus SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lexus SC would be higher. At 4,294 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (377 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2003 Lexus SC. (290 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2003 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lexus SC weights approximately 285 kg more than 2004 Porsche 911.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Lexus SC (447 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche 911. (385 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche 911. 2003 Lexus SC has automatic transmission and 2004 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2004 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Lexus SC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lexus SC | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Lexus | Porsche |
| Model | SC | 911 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 377 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 89 L |
